The Psychology of Being an Entrepreneur
Fri Jan 25, 9:00 AM - Fri Jan 25, 10:00 AM

This program is for those who would like to learn more about why we become entrepreneurs. What is the psychology beind the choice to become an entrepreneur.
Your facilitator is Dr. Carlos Garcia, a psychology professor and Licensed Psychologist. He is the founder of Tampa Counseling and Wellness, where he provides therapy and coaching services to individuals who want to make a positive change in their life. He received his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Nova Southeastern University. Before accomplishing his educational goals, he served as a Sargent in the United States Marine Corps and later went on to serve as a firefighter and paramedic in Florida for 7 years.
The workshop would present 1) the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and business owners, 2) how these challenges impact the individual and the business, and 3) strategies on how to manage the stress and difficulties that come with being a business owner.
Dr. Garcia continues to support veterans through his clinical work by treating individuals with depression, anxiety and PTSD. He also specializes in working with entrepreneurs and career professionals looking to become better business leaders and make an impact in their community. Dr. Garcia draws on his years of experience in both military and professional organizations to teach others how to become more masterful and strategic leaders.
All Operation Start-up Workshops align with The Business Model Canvas, a tool used by entrepreneurs and business owners to validate their ideas. If you are not that familiar with the business model canvas, and/or the business modeling process, here are a few resources that may be of interest.
a) How to use the business model canvas, an introduction:http://www.spikelab.org/blog/correctly-use-business-model-canvas.html b) Additional resources related to the business model canvas (books, videos, free courses, websites etc.): http://www.spikelab.org/resources.html